Listen "How to Stay Close to Family While Living Abroad"
Episode Synopsis
In this heartfelt episode of The Global Girlfriend, we’re diving into the delicate dance of maintaining close family relationships while building a life abroad. Our guest this week, Paloma, has been living internationally since her teenage years — from student exchanges to a career in international education — and through it all, she’s managed to stay deeply connected to her parents and young nieces.We talk about:- Creative ways to stay emotionally close despite the distance- Long-distance bonding with kids (yes, bedtime stories over FaceTime!)- The power of planned visits, virtual rituals, and shared traditions- How to cope with homesickness, FOMO, and family milestones missed- Redefining “closeness” when you’re building a life far from homeIf you’ve ever felt torn between your adventurous spirit and your love for home, this episode will remind you: you don’t have to choose. You can build a life abroad and keep your heart rooted in family.Don’t forget to hit follow, leave a review, and share this episode with your long-distance besties and expat sisters!#TheGlobalGirlfriend #LivingAbroad #LongDistanceFamily #Expats #DigitalNomads #InternationalTeacher #FamilyLove #WomensTravelPodcast #GlobalSisterhood
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